Avoid damage to your home by preventing ice dam formation. Getty Images / Andrej Trnkoczy Ice dams form when snow that has accumulated on the roof melts and runs down to the gutter system. As the ...

From gutter heaters to snow rakes, these are the best ways to tackle snow and ice buildup while protecting your gutters, roof edges, and downspouts.

NEW YORK -- Many parts of your house - both outside and in -- can be damaged by snow and ice. Fixing it could cost lots of money, but warding it off could save you not only those big bucks - but ...

Dear Eartha, every winter the lower edge of my roof gets covered in a thick sheet of ice. Come spring, massive icicles form. How should I deal with this ice buildup? Despite its nostalgic wintry ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

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